Ms. Zakya Mhamdi | Biomedical | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Zakya Mhamdi | Biomedical | Best Researcher Award

Zakya Mhamdi at Moulay Ismail Univirsity, Morocco

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📚 Summary

Ms. Zakya M’hamdi is a dedicated and detail-oriented PhD student in Fundamental and Applied Sciences with a specialization in Organic Chemistry. Her research focuses on the valorization of medicinal plants, emphasizing their antioxidant, antibacterial, and anticorrosive properties. Zakya’s academic journey is marked by significant research contributions and practical experiences in both local and international settings.

Education

  • 2023-2024: Doctorate in Fundamental and Applied Sciences (Organic Chemistry) – Université Moulay Ismail, Meknès, Morocco
  • 2020-2021: Master in Materials and Molecular Engineering (Molecular Chemistry and Natural Substances) – Université Moulay Ismail, Meknès, Morocco
  • 2018-2019: Bachelor’s in Fundamental Chemistry (Organic Chemistry) – Université Moulay Ismail, Meknès, Morocco
  • 2017-2018: DEUG in Chemistry – Université Moulay Ismail, Meknès, Morocco
  • 2015-2016: Baccalaureate in Experimental Sciences (Physical Sciences) – Lycée Amir Moulay Abdallah, Er-Rachidia, Morocco

💼 Professional Experience

  • 2023: Research Intern at CHIBIOFARAM Laboratory, University of Messina, Italy
  • 2023: Research Intern in Organometallic Materials Engineering Laboratory, Faculty of Sciences, University Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah, Fès, Morocco
  • 2022: Assisted in preparing practical lab sessions for Organic Chemistry modules at Université Moulay Ismail, Meknès, Morocco
  • 2021: Member of organizing committee for ICPAS 2022 and ICME6-2022 conferences; supervised student projects at Université Moulay Ismail, Meknès, Morocco

🔬 Research Interests

  • Medicinal Plants: Chemical composition and bioactivity of plants like Pelargonium graveolens and Urtica dioica
  • Analytical Techniques: Mastery in RX, IR, FX, UV, RMN, HPLC, CPG, CCM, ATG/ATD, SAA
  • Environmental Chemistry: Investigation of corrosion inhibitors and environmental degradation prevention
  • Antioxidant & Antibacterial Activities: Evaluation of plant extracts for their potential health benefits and industrial applications

🔧 Skills

  • Scientific Techniques: Proficient in various analytical and extraction techniques
  • Technical Tools: Experienced with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Origin

 

Publications

Chemical composition and antibacterial activity of essential oil of Pelargonium graveolens and its fractions

  • Authors: M’hamdi, Z., Bouymajane, A., Riffi, O., Elhourri, M., Amechrouq, A.
  • Journal: Arabian Journal of Chemistry
  • Year: 2024

Study of the chemical composition and evaluation of the antioxidant and antimicrobial activity of Taxus baccata L.

  • Authors: Riffi, O., Reda Kachmar, M., M’hamdi, Z., Chakir, S., Amechrouq, A.
  • Journal: Arabian Journal of Chemistry
  • Year: 2023

Investigation into the Prevention of Environmental Degradation of Mild Steel in a 1M HCl Solution Using Extracts Derived from Pelargonium graveolens

  • Authors: M’hamdi, Z., Riffi, O., Ettahiri, W., Taleb, M., Amechrouq, A.
  • Journal: Journal of Bio- and Tribo-Corrosion
  • Year: 2023

Thermal analysis and determination of the heavy metal content of the plant Urtica Dioica L. by atomic absorption spectroscopy

  • Authors: M’hamdi, Z., Sabiri, M., Elhourri, M., Amechrouq, A.
  • Journal: Moroccan Journal of Chemistry
  • Year: 2023

Comparative Study of the Chemical Composition and Antioxidant Activities of the Essential Oil of Pelargonium graveolens from the Four Regions of Morocco

  • Authors: Zakya, M., Elhourri, M., Kachmar, M.R., Maryam, S., Ali, A.
  • Journal: Indian Journal of Agricultural Biochemistry
  • Year: 2022